Nitartha Institute Employee Directory
Higher EducationWashington, United States2-10 Employees
Nitartha Institute, based in Seattle, is a small higher education organization focused on the systematic study of central Buddhist teachings to illuminate reality and the mind. It emphasizes non-sectarian access for students of any background and offers regional programs, self-paced online courses, and a month-long Summer Institute led by noted teachers, with tracks for studying the Buddhist view (Shedra) or meditation practice (Gomdra). Founded by Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, the institute serves learners seeking rigorous Buddhist study and meditation, regardless of background, positioning itself as a non-sectarian resource within higher education. It maintains a small team and supplements its core offerings with activities such as Thangka painting and Tibetan language programs. A notable development in its recent history was the 2019 launch of its Summer Institute website.